Sen. Kathy Hogan

Maddy summaryHB 1164 revises North Dakota's definition of "Student with a disability" in special education law to clarify which students qualify for services. The bill explicitly lists 11 specific disability categories, including autism, deafness, learning disabilities, and traumatic brain injury, that now qualify for special education support. This change directly affects students aged 3-21 in North Dakota public schools who require specialized instruction due to these conditions. The bill was signed into law by Governor on March 21, 2025, and filed with the Secretary of State.

Maddy summaryHB 1529 adds Peace Corps volunteers to North Dakota's list of individuals eligible for resident tuition rates at state universities. Specifically, it amends the state code to include "an individual certified by the director of the Peace Corps as having served satisfactorily as a Peace Corps volunteer" under the definition of a "resident student." This change directly affects Peace Corps volunteers who wish to attend North Dakota colleges or universities at in-state tuition rates. The bill does not alter existing eligibility categories for veterans, military members, or other groups.

Maddy summaryHB 1103 amends the definitions section of North Dakota law related to the Dry Pea and Lentil Council. It updates specific terminology used within the council's regulatory framework but does not introduce new policies or affect other groups. The bill focuses solely on clarifying or revising existing definitions for the council's operational purposes. As a definitional amendment, it has no direct impact on farmers, businesses, or the public beyond the council's internal use of terms. The bill was signed into law by the Governor on March 24, 2025.

Maddy summarySCR 4020 is a ceremonial resolution passed by North Dakota's legislature to recognize and commend the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) for its 50th anniversary in 2025. It formally acknowledges NCSL's role as a bipartisan organization that supports state legislators, fosters cooperation among states, and strengthens legislative institutions. The resolution does not create new laws or affect any policies; it is a symbolic gesture with no direct impact on constituents or legislation. The legislature directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to NCSL's leadership.

Relating to the creation of the North Dakota Ireland trade commission; to provide for a legislative management report; and to provide an expiration date.

Maddy summaryHCR 3006 is a non-binding resolution passed by North Dakota's legislature urging the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to improve mail processing and transparency statewide. It specifically requests better handling of mail delivery to address disruptions affecting rural residents, local newspapers, small businesses, and legal processes like court notices. The resolution asks USPS to implement clearer communication about service disruptions and standardized reporting procedures. As a concurrent resolution, it does not create new laws but formally expresses legislative concern to the Postmaster General and North Dakota's congressional delegation.

Maddy summaryHCR 3005 is a North Dakota legislative resolution urging the 119th U.S. Congress to add the names of 74 U.S. Navy sailors who died when the USS Frank E. Evans collided with an Australian ship in 1969 to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall. It specifically requests Congress amend memorial inclusion criteria to recognize these sailors, who were on combat support missions in the South China Sea during Operation Sea Spirit. The resolution cites evidence showing the ship was engaged in combat support operations, aligning with eligibility under Title 38 of the U.S. Code. As a non-binding resolution, it does not change federal law but formally requests congressional action to honor the sailors, including two from North Dakota (Patrick Glennon and Robert Seale).

Relating to a tax on cigars, other tobacco products, alternative tobacco products, electronic smoking devices, and electronic smoking device substances and a tobacco tax distribution fund; to amend and reenact section 57‑36‑01, subsection 1 of section 57‑36‑31, and section 57‑36‑32 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the definition of alternative tobacco products, transfer and allocation of tobacco products tax revenue and tax on cigarettes; to provide a penalty; to provide a continuing appropriation; and to provide an effective date.

Maddy summaryHB 1356 modifies North Dakota's open records law to clarify what legislative records cannot be disclosed under public access rules. It protects personal communications between lawmakers and the legislative council, legislative work product, and private phone records from disclosure. However, it specifically allows disclosure of bill draft or resolution requests made by legislators to their caucus leaders. The bill directly affects legislators and legislative staff by defining boundaries for sharing internal legislative communications.

Maddy summaryHB 1595 requires North Dakota pregnancy resource centers receiving state funding to meet specific health care and transparency standards. The bill mandates that funded centers must employ at least one licensed health care provider (like a nurse or physician), provide medically accurate and comprehensive pregnancy counseling, maintain HIPAA-compliant client records, and publish detailed organizational policies. Centers must also submit annual reports to the state including financial data, staff details, client service statistics (like pregnancy tests or ultrasounds provided), and material support given (e.g., diapers, baby supplies). These requirements apply directly to centers receiving state grants for pregnancy-related services. The bill was introduced in 2025 but failed to pass in committee.